Social Services Discharge Planner

Responsibilities

• Review facility policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Participate in setting policies concerning resident care and quality of life
• Develop facility social work policies and participate in quality assurance interdisciplinary team meetings
• Document progress in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents and work with the interdisciplinary team to promote and protect resident rights
• Complete social histories and psychosocial assessments for each resident, identifying their social, emotional, and psychological needs
• Provide therapeutic interventions to assist residents in coping with their transition and adjustment to a long-term care facility
• Provide support and education to residents and their families/significant others, referring them to appropriate social service agencies when necessary
• Cookordination the resident discharge planning process and make referrals for further services
• Provide clinical interventions to address catastrophic events that occur during a resident's stay

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in social work or a related field
• Strong understanding of social work principles, theories, and practices
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Able to work effectively with residents, families, and staff
• Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• On-Demand Pay Option
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program